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ritter

Ritter (noun) means a knight, especially in historical German contexts; also used in some English fantasy or translated fiction to mean a mounted, armored warrior. Example: “The novel's hero trains as a ritter, learning swordsmanship and courtly manners.”

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A knight, especially in historical German contexts; also used in some English fantasy or translated fiction to mean a mounted, armored warrior.
"The novel's hero trains as a ritter, learning swordsmanship and courtly manners."
"In medieval Germany, a ritter typically held land in exchange for military service to a lord."

How to use ritter

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe German word for "knight," occasionally borrowed into English historical or fantasy writing.

Common mistake

Rare outside translated German history or fiction — in everyday English writing, "knight" is almost always the natural choice instead.

Easily confused with

Word forms

ritters plural

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Etymology

Borrowed directly from German Ritter ("knight, rider"), related to English "rider."

Origin: German

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Frequently asked questions

What does “ritter” mean?

The word “ritter” means a knight, especially in historical German contexts; also used in some English fantasy or translated fiction to mean a mounted, armored warrior. In plain terms, the German word for "knight," occasionally borrowed into English historical or fantasy writing.

How do you use “ritter” in a sentence?

Here is “ritter” used in a sentence: “The novel's hero trains as a ritter, learning swordsmanship and courtly manners.”

What part of speech is “ritter”?

“Ritter” is a noun.

Where does the word “ritter” come from?

The word “ritter” comes from German. Borrowed directly from German Ritter ("knight, rider"), related to English "rider.".

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